Usually, the first stages of hearing loss advance slowly. You may dismiss your need for people to repeat what they said as them mumbling or background noise. But when this occurs, you begin to think that you may be starting to develop hearing loss. Understanding the sounds linked to hearing loss can help you identify […]
Surprisingly, about 20% of all ear infections afflict adults. Most people think of ear infections as a childhood sickness, something that affects mainly young kids. And it’s true that ear infections are more prevalent in children, but they also occur frequently in adults. Ear infections can be especially unpleasant for individuals with hearing loss because […]
Remember way back when we used to refer to audiobooks as “books on tape”? Nowadays we have digital streaming services and the term “audiobooks” has become the common term. Audiobooks allow you to enjoy literature while on the go without having to sit down and actually read. Take a modern approach to reading with audiobooks […]
Many people have powerful memories of a beloved family pet. Our lives can be enriched by many types of animals including; dogs, cats, guinea pigs, and birds. In many cases, they are our close companions. For people who have hearing loss, pets can offer added benefits that improve symptom management and quality of life. In […]
For professional musicians, hearing isn’t simply a sense, it’s an essential part of their craft and livelihood. However, many musicians still think that hearing loss is just an unavoidable result of practicing their craft. This mindset, which views hearing damage as an unavoidable consequence of the job, is both antiquated and unhealthy. Luckily, this detrimental […]
In the modern digital age, shopping online has become quite common. From household needs to high-tech gadgets, the Internet offers an endless array of products, including hearing aids. Purchasing hearing aids online might, at first, seem like a great plan because of the reduced price tag and because you don’t have to schedule a hearing […]
Earplugs can often be a basic and effective way to fall asleep at night if you are being kept awake by troublesome noises. By inserting a pair of earplugs before you go to bed, you can significantly decrease or completely block out sounds that otherwise interfere with your ability to rest. Getting a restful night’s […]
We can expect some specific health changes as our loved ones get older. One of the most common problems they might encounter is hearing loss. As reported by the National Institutes of Health, approximately one in three people between the ages of 65 and 74 suffer from some level of hearing loss. This figure increases […]
Hearing loss is often seen as an inescapable facet of aging, but the truth is that much of it can be prevented. The progressive decline in hearing isn’t simply a result of time passing but a consequence of accumulated damage. Every exposure to loud sounds, whether at a concert, mowing the lawn, or through loud […]
Tinnitus is an incredibly common medical condition. Tinnitus can become so overwhelming that it becomes a burden to live with for around 20 million people around the world. And there are also more common presentations of tinnitus which are much more mild and intermittent and are also easier to cope with. Tinnitus occurs when you […]
